Water activities in Manchester

Water sports in Manchester

Fancy exploring somewhere or something new? Easily commutable by rail, Manchester is a hub of culture, music, and food and is brimming with things to do – including ways to #GoDoYourThing and have fun in and on the water!

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The best spots for water activities in Manchester

Bridgewater Canal

Want to explore the area from the water? The canals of Manchester are famous for their vast waterways, which stretch for miles. You can hire a canoe, kayak or boat to explore the Bridgewater Canal – perfect for spending a leisurely day in the peace and tranquillity of the Manchester canals.

Manchester Aquatics Centre

Don't succumb to the will of the weather. With Manchester Aquatics Centre you can enjoy a full day out of activity all under one roof. It's only a 15-minute walk from Manchester Piccadilly station and has a multipurpose training pool with moveable floors and booms to allow for a variety of different activities, including underwater hockey!

Hyde Leisure Pool

Another great option for a rainy day is Hyde Leisure Pool, which is a short 20-minute walk from Hyde Central Station. With a water slide, rapids, wave machine and bubble beds for relaxing, the water park is a great choice for keeping kids active in the water while giving you a chance to relax.

Trafford Water Sports Centre

If kayaking, canoeing, windsurfing or sailing are more your thing, visit the Trafford Water Sports Centre, located at Sale Water Park. During the school holidays, they even run clubs to keep the kids active and entertained while you are at work.

Salford Watersports Centre

You might prefer to escape the hubbub of the city centre and visit Salford Watersports Centre . Only a short train ride from Manchester Piccadilly, you can enjoy open water swimming, paddleboarding, wakeboarding and ringo – the perfect way to enjoy the summer sun.

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